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Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory (청사포 다릿돌전망대)

17.1Km    2024-04-29

167 Cheongsapo-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory, which opened on September 17, 2017, is located in the middle of the closed railroad of the Donghae Nambu Line from Mipo to Songjeong. It is 20 meters high from the sea level, 72.5 meters long toward the sea, and 3 to 11.5 meters wide. A half-moon-shaped transparent floor is installed at the end of the observatory, allowing visitors to feel the thrill of walking on the sea. From right in front of the observatory to the marine lighthouse, visitors can enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery of Cheongsapo and as well as the view of sunrise and sunset while looking at Daritdol, which refers to five neatly lined up reefs.

[Source: Haeundae-gu Office Cultural Tourism]

Guseo Osige Market (구서 오시게시장)

Guseo Osige Market (구서 오시게시장)

17.2Km    2024-02-26

12 Guseo-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
051-581-4830

Guseo Osige Market, a traditional marketplace, is situated near Exit 1 of Guseo Station on Busan Subway Line 1. The market building allocates its first and second floors for commercial activities, while the third and higher floors are designated for residential use. It boasts a diverse array of shops, including rice cake shops, porridge shops, restaurants, places specializing in sliced raw fish, butcher shops, dried seafood shops, fruit vendors, and hanbok stores. Additionally, the market features stalls where local grannies sell their home-grown vegetables and herbs, alongside handmade offerings like bean curd and acorn jelly.

E-Mart - Geumjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 금정)

E-Mart - Geumjeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 금정)

17.5Km    2024-04-22

24, Jungang-daero 1841beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan

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Mangsando Island, Yujuam, Yujubigak (망산도·유주암·유주비각)

Mangsando Island, Yujuam, Yujubigak (망산도·유주암·유주비각)

17.5Km    2024-02-26

188 Songjeong-dong, Gangseo-gu, Busan

Mangsando Island, a small isle near Yongwon-dong, is noteworthy for its proximity to the rocky formation known as Yujuam, situated about 70 meters southeast. Approximately 1 kilometer from these locations is Yujubigak, a place rich with the legend of Heo Hwang-ok. She was the queen consort of King Kim Suro, who was born in 42 AD and ruled the ancient kingdom of Garakguk. According to legend, Heo Hwang-ok traveled from India and first set foot on Mangsando Island. The story goes on to tell that the stone vessel she was traveling in capsized at sea, resulting in the formation of Yujuam.

Geumjeongsanseong Fortress (금정산성)

Geumjeongsanseong Fortress (금정산성)

17.5Km    2024-03-05

78-5 Bungmun-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
+82-51-519-4092

Geumjeongsanseong Fortress, with a circumference of 18,845 meters along the ridges and valleys of Geumjeongsan Mountain, is a large-scale fortress built during the Joseon dynasty between 1701 and 1703. The fortress is accompanied by Geumjeongsanseong Village and is known for producing Sanseong makgeolli (unrefined rice wine), a traditional Korean alcoholic beverage. Additionally, there are numerous restaurants, cafés, and attractions, making it a place where nature, history, cuisine, and sightseeing coexist.

Café Blucong (카페블루콩)

17.6Km    2024-02-08

248-9 Yongwondong-ro, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

This expansive café in Jinhae-gu stands out with its unique outdoor swimming pool. Spread across five levels, the building’s layout is as follows: the ground floor offers parking, the second floor serves as the main café where guests can order beverages and desserts and enjoy indoor seating, the third floor features a lounge with terrace seating, while the fourth and fifth floors house the swimming pool and a rooftop area. Around the pool on the fourth floor, there are parasol-covered seats, with flat seating further back. The pool water is maintained at a comfortably warm temperature ideal for swimming. In addition to a variety of coffee options, the café offers Korean snacks, like tteokbokki and fish cakes, available for purchase on the fourth floor. The pool’s view makes this spot especially appealing for families with kids. Please note, however, that the swimming pool may temporarily close due to weather conditions or maintenance. We advise checking the website beforehand for updates.
* Swimming Pool Guidelines:
- Swimsuits are mandatory
- Shower before using the pool
- Diving or drinking while swimming is strictly prohibited
- Bringing in tubes or beach balls is strictly prohibited
- Pool usage may be limited based on capacity
- Children under 140 cm must be accompanied by a guardian in the pool; water depth is 1.1m.)

Fruiterie Forest (프루터리포레스트)

Fruiterie Forest (프루터리포레스트)

17.7Km    2024-03-28

491 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Fruiterie Forest is a fruit cafe located in the forest at the top of Dalmajigogae Hill, a rather unexpected location compared to the vibrant cityscape of Haeundae. The cafe's signature menu includes cold pressed fruit juice and sweet yet healthy fruit desserts. Pets are welcome within the cafe. Nearby attracaations include Haeundae Blue Line Park and Songjeong Beach.

Mer Et (메르엣)

17.8Km    2024-03-28

71 Songjeonggwangeogol-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Mer Et is a cafe located in Songjeong-dong with unobstructed views of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows. The cafe offers desserts baked fresh according to reservation and a range of premium teas steeped to order. Mer Et's signature menu is the afternoon tea set, available by reservation only, which offers many desserts that earned acclaim through international competitions.

Subaekdang Dwaejigukbap Gimhae Branch (수백당돼지국밥김해점)

17.8Km    2024-01-24

109 Inje-ro, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Subaekdang Dwaejigukbap specializes in dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup) with boiled pork slices and rice in a broth simmered with pork bones. Its owner is said to have visited 96 pork soup restaurants across the country to study the taste and make the best pork and rice soup. The rich, refreshing broth made by boiling pork backbone for a long time is excellent. This restaurant also serves sundae gukbap (sundae and rice soup) made with premium Berkshire pork. The Maneul Suyuk Baekban (garlic and boiled pork slices set menu), one of its signature items, is made with pork belly that anyone loves and topped with garlic sauce. 

Miryang Dwaeji Gukbap (밀양돼지국밥)

17.9Km    2024-02-23

91 Inje-ro, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Miryang Dwaeji Gukbap is a renowned dwaeji gukbap (pork and rice soup) establishment located in Eobang-dong, Gimhae-si. Recognized among the top 100 recommended restaurants for Gimhae tourism by the city, this eatery has become so popular that visitors often queue to taste its offerings. Standard accompaniments include buchu muchim (chive salad), chili peppers, garlic, and kimchi. In addition to dwaeji gukbap, visitors can enjoy suyuk (boiled pork slices). Nearby attractions include Gimhae Gaya History Park, Gaya Land, and Bunseongsan Mountain.